With a little practice, you’ll be making adorable ring-shaped pastries like a pro.
But have you ever tried a mochi doughnut?
The doughnutsaremade with mochiko, also known as sweet or glutinous rice flour.
What Is a Mochi Doughnut?
A mochi doughnut is a deep-fried dough ring that is usually dipped in flavored glaze.
The flour can usually be found at Asian markets and in the Asian food sections at grocery stores.
you could alsoorder it online.
If you dont have a pastry bag,pipe your doughfrom the corner of a resealable plastic bag.
Also, try thisgluten-free doughnut recipeto recreate crispy, light doughnuts at home.
Meanwhile, set up a wire rack with paper towels on top.
Youll use this for your finished doughnuts.
check that you have your thermometer and a sturdy pair of tongs nearby!
Youll use this as a guide for piping your doughnuts.
Then, cut a piece of parchment paper into 12 squares that are 3-1/2-inches in length and width.
Heat the butter until it is just melted.
Slowly, and whisking constantly, pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly.
Scrape the dough into a pastry bag.
Carefully, take the temperature of your oil.
Remember that youre aiming for 350 while youre frying the doughnuts.
If it has a ways to go, turn it up to medium.
If its too hot, turn down the heat.
Place one of your parchment squares over each of the rings you drew during the preparation step.
Working just inside the edge of one ring, pipe eight circular mounds of dough.
Continue with the remaining parchment squares.
Continue until all of the dough has been piped.
If you need more pieces of parchment, cut them as you go.
Check your oil temperature and ensure its around 350.
Cook for an additional 45 seconds, or until the doughnuts are golden brown.
Place it back on the rack to finish cooling.
If youd like to add sprinkles, do it while the glaze is still warm.
Store in the fridge (preferably) or in a cool, dark place.
Looking for more recipes?
Learn how to makecream-filled donuts.
Tips for Making Mochi Doughnuts
What can you do to fix sticky mochi doughnut dough?
If your dough is sticky, add small amounts of rice flour until it reaches the desired consistency.
Dough can be affected by humidity, so its not uncommon for this to happen.
How do you keep the mochi doughnuts from sticking to the pot while frying?
Also, dont overcrowd the pot when you cook your doughnuts.
Cook two to four at a time, depending on your comfort level with frying.
What types of flavored glazes can you make?
The sky is the limit!
Any fruit jam or jelly would be a great addition.
How should you store mochi doughnuts?
I like to store mochi doughnuts in a snap-top container outside of the refrigerator.
However, keep in mind that doughnutslike most fried foodsare best the day they are made.
If you enjoy the mochi doughnuts, try more of our favoriteJapanese dessert recipes.
Not sure what to serve before bringing out your fabulous mochi doughnuts?
Try theseJapanese recipesfor dinner.
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